Plan for more grammar schools abandoned
The creation of a new wave of grammar schools in England is not included in the government’s plans for legislation. The Queen’s Speech says the government will “look at all options” for new schools,…
Read moreIPads ‘help improve young pupils’ skills’
Young children’s maths, English and communication skills improve if they use iPads in school on a regular basis. That is one of the key findings of the most in-depth research of its kind ever…
Read moreNew 9-1 GCSE grades ‘creating uncertainty for schools’
Reforms to the GCSE grading system in England has created “huge uncertainty” for schools, the NASUWT union says. The union says the new 9-1 GCSE grades will increase the pressure on pupils and narrow…
Read moreThe government has announced 11 new schools will be built in Kent
The Government has granted applications for 11 new schools to be built in Kent, it has been revealed. More than 69,000 places will be created in 131 new schools across the country approved by…
Read moreDrop in teacher training recruits revealed
There are fears it could get even tougher to recruit teachers after a drop in the number of trainees on courses in England. The latest figures show a 7% drop in acceptances on to…
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